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$259+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Panama City, FL (SFO - ECP)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ECP
Jun 22 — Jun 291
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Panama City NW Florida Beaches are usually found in March or August, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Panama City (ECP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$317
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$259
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$521
From San Francisco to Panama City NW Florida Beaches
One-way flight from San Francisco to Panama City NW Florida Beaches
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($56 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1112:30 amSFO - ECP
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/196:30 amECP - SFO
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/129:12 amSFO - ECP
2 stops10h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/1912:06 pmECP - SFO
1 stop9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/16$322
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/56:15 amSFO - ECP
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Tue 8/121:53 pmECP - SFO
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Deal found 6/16$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/195:15 amSFO - ECP
2 stops11h 35mSouthwest
Tue 8/267:00 amECP - SFO
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/16$347

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San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

12:30 am-9:56 am

1 stop7h 26m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 8/19

6:30 am-12:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$317

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

9:12 am-9:57 pm

2 stops10h 45m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 8/19

12:06 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$322

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Tue 8/5

6:15 am-4:07 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 8/13

5:02 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$327

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

5:15 am-6:50 pm

2 stops11h 35m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 8/26

7:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$347

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Thu 7/3

11:25 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop10h 38m

$259

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Thu 7/3

12:10 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$304

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Fri 6/27

9:00 am-6:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$424

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Fri 6/27

12:52 am-2:02 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$1,188

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Deals found on 6/15

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Panama City

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Panama City. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida, you should look to book at least 74 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida (average of $346). Flying from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $460). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to ECP?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Panama City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 39% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Panama City by month

Plan your trip to Panama City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Panama City, Florida ranges from 2.8 - 7.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.9 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Panama City, Florida when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Panama City by month

Plan your trip to Panama City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Panama City, Florida, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Panama City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Panama City. Reviews last updated June 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from San Francisco to Panama City to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Panama City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($317), American Airlines ($322), and Delta ($327) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida. United Airlines is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $259. Southwest flights start at $304 while deals on United Airlines start at $424 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Panama City that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Panama City flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Panama City?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Panama City.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Panama City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Panama City by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida (average of $346). Flying from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $460). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from San Francisco to Panama City

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$306Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$342Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$386Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$416Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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